January 2017

Chinese Puzzle  As we move toward the goal of a million American K-12 students learning Mandarin, fears that the language is too difficult must be overcome

Spanish Strife Ann Abbott  sees tensions in Spanish programs that cannot hold

What Should the New President Do for Education? Language Magazine  asks key figures in the world of language education what President Trump should do to improve educational outcomes in the U.S.

Taking Teaching to New Heights  Denise Murray  examines the future of the TESOL profession in preparation for next month’s international summit

Taking the Holistic Approach Margarita Calderón and Shawn Slakk believe that the whole school is responsible for the success of English learners

Speaking Out Kathy Stein-Smith offers guidance to improve the educational experience for all at-risk students